An air conditioning system's filters, coils, and fins require regular upkeep for the unit to work effectively and effectively throughout its years of service. Ignoring necessary upkeep guarantees a consistent decline in a/c performance while energy usage steadily increases. Have a look at our Energy Saver 101 Infographic: Home Cooling for more ways to assist enhance your comfort and the effectiveness of your air conditioner.
A/c Unit Filters
The most important maintenance job that will guarantee the effectiveness of your air conditioning unit is to routinely replace or clean its filters. Clogged, filthy filters obstruct regular airflow and decrease a system's effectiveness considerably. With typical airflow obstructed, air that bypasses the filter might carry dirt directly into the evaporator coil and hinder the coil's ΕΠΙΣΚΕΥΗ AIR CONDITION ΑΘΗΝΑ heat-absorbing capability. Changing a dirty, stopped up filter with a clean one can lower your air conditioning unit's energy usage by 5% to 15%.
For central air conditioning conditioners, filters are usually situated somewhere along the return duct's length. Typical filter locations remain in walls, ceilings, furnaces, or in the air conditioner itself. Room air conditioning unit have a filter installed in the grill that faces into the space.
Some kinds of filters are recyclable; others must be changed. They are readily available in a variety of types and effectiveness. Clean or replace your a/c system's filter or filters monthly or 2 during the cooling season. Filters might require more frequent attention if the a/c unit remains in constant usage, undergoes dusty conditions, or you have fur-bearing family pets in your home.
Air Conditioning Unit Coils
The a/c's evaporator coil and condenser coil collect dirt over their months and years of service. A tidy filter prevents the evaporator coil from staining rapidly. In time, nevertheless, the evaporator coil will still gather dirt. This dirt reduces air flow and insulates the coil, decreasing its capability to soak up heat. To prevent this problem, examine your evaporator coil every year and tidy it as required.
Outside condenser coils can also become very dirty if the outdoor environment is dirty or if there is foliage close by. You can easily see the condenser coil and notice if dirt is gathering on its fins.
You need to reduce dirt and particles near the condenser system. Your clothes dryer vents, falling leaves, and lawn mower are all prospective sources of dirt and particles. Cleaning up the location around the coil, getting rid of any particles, and trimming foliage back at least 2 feet (0.6 meters) allow for sufficient air flow around the condenser.
Coil Fins
The aluminum fins on evaporator and condenser coils are quickly bent and can block airflow through the coil. Cooling wholesalers sell a tool called a "fin comb" that will comb these fins back into nearly original condition.
Condensate Drains
Occasionally pass a stiff wire through the unit's drain channels. Clogged drain channels avoid an unit from lowering humidity, and the resulting excess moisture may discolor walls or carpet.
Window Seals for Room Air Conditioners
At the start of each cooling season, examine the seal in between the air conditioning unit and the window frame to ensure it makes contact with the unit's metal case. Moisture can harm this seal, enabling cool air to leave from your home.
Preparing for Winter
In the winter, either cover your space ac system or remove and store it. Covering the outdoor system of a central air conditioning conditioner will protect the unit from winter weather condition and particles.
Employing a Professional
When your a/c requires more than routine upkeep, work with an expert service professional. A trained specialist will discover and repair issues in your cooling system.
The service technician must:
Look for right quantity of refrigerant
Test for refrigerant leaks using a leakage detector
Record any refrigerant that needs to be left from the system, instead of unlawfully releasing it to the atmosphere
Look for and seal duct leak in main systems
Procedure airflow through the evaporator coil
Verify the right electrical control series and make certain that the heating system and cooling system can not operate simultaneously
Inspect electric terminals, clean and tighten connections, and apply a non-conductive finishing if necessary
Oil motors and examine belts for tightness and wear
Inspect the precision of the thermostat.